When creating a Docker image using the Alpine Linux distribution, you may need to set the timezone to match your specific requirements. This is important for accurate timestamps in logs, scheduled tasks, and other time-sensitive operations. In this post, we’ll look at how to set the timezone in an Alpine-based Docker image using the Dockerfile.

Docker Compose is a powerful tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. It allows developers to specify their application’s services, networks, and volumes in a single docker-compose.yaml file, making it easy to manage complex setups. However, as your project grows, managing environment variables for different services can become cumbersome. This is where the .env file comes to the rescue, providing a cleaner and more organized way to handle configuration.